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WHICH Is THE BEGGAH?
No, indeed.

There is no man in the country more
clamorous as to what is due him for his
military services than Gen. Z. S. Bragg.
He has always claimed vOciferOusly that
what he did in the army gave him the right
TO first place at the public crib. lie wants
an Office now because it will enable him to
support himself better than he can by his
own exertions. He is, therefore, just as
truly "pauper," just as clearly "mendi-
can't" just as certainly putting up his
mouth for some teat to SUCK" when he ac-
cepts the Judgeship-the appointment for
which he is reported to have in his pocket
rs the private soldier who served under him
would have been in accepting s12 month
had the Dependent Pension Bill become O
law. The cases only differ in degree. The
private soldier wants S12 a month to live
on, because he is physically unable to pro
cure that amount 10y daily labor Bragg
wants Tisvoo a. sO"i AOA btihS JuuSS vi
something in Washington, because for some
reason or another he cannot make that
much at home in the practice of his prOfes
sion. He is just az much of ga beggar,
mendicant, teat-sucker," as any mar
who wants TO get on the pcnsion-ro
According TO his own reasoning ii i.
confession Of everything that is low
spirited and unmanly for him to be hanging
around the White House now begging fol-
the Government to support him during tn,
rest Of his life. He was in receipt of a goot
salary from the very first day he entered tn,
army. He then had Captains commission
and emoluments; these soon became Colo
nel's, and the last year of the war he haC
the very comfortable pay of Brigadier- zen
eral. He is now in the prime of life, ha!
one of the best professions in the country
has practiced it ever since he left the army
except when holding Office, and should nov
be in a position where he need not beg TO
$4,000 Judgeship.
The same remarks viii apply equally vel
to Apostate Warner.
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WAS there anything in a mans soldering
that makes him reader to swear to lie now
than his ueighbOr who did not go into the
the army?
Ifso, then they are right who claim that
the soldiers generally are ready to periure
themselves to get a ridiculous little pension.
If, on the other hand, they are no more
ready to commit perjury than other people,
then it would follow, if this clamor be true,
that the whole American people are liars
under oath, and cannot be trusted to tell the
truth where a few dollars a month can be
gained by perjury.
Pleasing predicament these slanderers Of
soldiers get themselves into, is it not?
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CONFEDERATE DEPENDENT PENSIONS.
The horror with which the gentlemen
representing the Solid South affected to view
dependent pensions was hypocrisy. They
fully recognize the justice of such legisla-
ton among themselves, and most, if not all,
of the States lately in rebellion have had for
years laws upon their statute books making
provision for those Confederate veterans who
are unable to support themselves. OF course
this support is not very liberal, but this is
because the whole South pleads poverty, but
it has been enough to establish the principle
that the State owed a support TO the men
who broke themselves down in it's service.
As early as 1866 Louisiana established a
home for those who were wounded or dis
abled in the Confederate service, or who,
having served in the Confederate army, were
now diseased, enfeebled and unable to sup
port themselves. This home, located near
New Orleans, is still maintained in good
| style. In addition the State has given all
those who lost limbs artificial ones, and nearly
every year it votes sum of money to keep
these in repair and supply new ones. In
/ lSsG law was passed allowing every resi-
dent of Louisiana who served in the COnfed-
crate army and was seriously injured by that
service to enter 100 acres of land. To gel
this they are required to show that they arr
in INDECENT circumstances. Widows of Con
Tolerate soldiers who were killed in the wa
OF have died since on account of their inju
ries are allowed, if INDECENT, to enter SINH
lar quantity of land
South Carolina gives the disabled COnfed
crates in her borders from So to 5000 yea
each, and artificial limbs for those who nee,
them. She is contemplating the passage o
a still more liberal pension law.
Alabama spends over 100000 year oil
the disabled Confederates within her borders
She provides artificial limbs for those need
ing them, pays special pensions to the blin'
and otherwise manned, and apprOpriates
sum of money each year for distribution
among the needy, with the provision that n
one shall get more than $50.
Mississippi has been most generous i
providing for her disabled and needy ex
Coniederates. She buys artificial limbs 70
those who lost theirs, and exempts. from tax
alton all the incomes and salaries of sue
ex-COnfederates as are totally disabled, o
whose income is less than $500 year. i
addition large sum is appropriated ever
year for distribution among the INDECENT ex
Confederates and the widows and orphans c
such.
Similar provisions are made in the othe
States, but we have not the data at hand {
speak precisely on the point
There is no can't about "pauperizing
encouraging perjury" and similar stu
when they are voting this relief to the Cor
federate veterans.
No indeed
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UPON the receipt of one of the ordinary

UPON the receipt of one of the ordinary
communications from the Department asking
for a contribution for the relief of some
specially meritOriOus cases, where veterans
fractured their limbs and were rendered I'M
able to support themselves, Col. J. F. Nc
Culloch Post, Waynesburg Pa, made the
customary contribution, and then adopted
resolutions presenting the cases to the Presi-
dent, and asking that as he had prevented
the Government from doing its dutyin these
cases, he contribute something from his pri-
vite funds to aid in relieving the distress.
So far nothing has been heard from the
White House in response.
The National tribune., 1887-03-17
DISCHARGES FROM THE GOVERNMENT
PRINTING OFFICE

Public Printer Benedict has carried con-
stemation among the one-armed and one
legged veterans and war widows of the Gov
eminent Printing Office by sweeping dis
missals. lie signalized his entry into Office
by reduction Of several hundred employees.
This was all right if done in the interests Of
the public service. But reasons for Just
complaint were given when an unusual pro-
portion Of those selected for dismissal were
old soldiers, or soldiers widows This was
in direct violation Of the law, which ex-
pressly prohibits the discharge of this class
of employees, until others who have not this
claim for preference are removed. So much
feeling was aroused by this that Mr. Bene.
dict-who had not yet been confirmed
thought il judicious TO restore many Of thii
class But he has since been confirmed, and
immediately upon the adjournment of Con
gress many Of the men and women had Il
again walk the plank. Among these ar,
The National tribune., 1887-03-17

WILLIAM II. CROKER, Adjutant of Rob
bert Chivas Post, No. 2, Department of
Wisconsin, Milwaukee, writes that Gen.
Bragg's statement on the floor of the House
of Representatives that the largest Grand
Army Post in Wisconsin had voted not to
ask Members of Congress to support the
passage of the Dependent Pension Bill over
the Presidents veto is wholly untrue. Robert
Chiyas Post is the one alluded to by Gen.
Bragg, and its records show that no such
action was taken. Comrade Croker calls on
Gen. Bragg to furnish the name of the man
who gave him the information.
The National tribune., 1887-03-17
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HON. r. r. MCMAHON.

The above is picture of the Hon Richard
Z. Mcmahon, Deputy Second Comptroller, U. S.
Treasury, sketch of whom appeared in a recent
issue of The NATIONAL TRIBUNE. Comptroller
Mcmahon is Deputy to Comptroller Maynard,
and an able assistant to that official in deciding
the many questions constantly arising in the
settlement of officers and soldiers accounts for
pay and bounty, and it appears unnecessary for
us to remark that such decisions have been
favorable to the wearers of the blue.
The National tribune., 1887-03-17

GEORGE G.. MEADE Posi-, No. 5, Depart
ment of the Potomac, has inaugurated a
system which we think can be generally
copied to advantage. 1t publishes . bulletin
every quarter, which shows the exact mem
bership and financial standing of the Post,
the number of gains and losses, amount paid
from relief fund, number of families relieved,
who has died, who has been mustered in,
what changes are proposed in the bylaws,
entertainments and meetings contemplated,
etc. The color of the paper on which the
Bulletin is printed indicates to the receiver
the amount of dues he owes to the Post.
White is nothing; yellow, 80 cents; green,
81; blue, $3.50; red, 81.
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TILE MEXICAN WAR.

EDIroR NATIoyAL TRIBUNE: For the benefit ofthe
Mugwumps and the few who are applauding tie
Presidents Veto please give list Of men furnished
by the different States and Territories in the Mexi-
can war. Also the losses of each, as appears upon
the record. We have a Mugwump here who claims
that the battles fought in the Mexican war were
terribly bloody affairs.
Yours In F. c. and l.. o. n. Cook,
Co II, 81 Wis Cav. and Co. A, lst Wis. III. A.
The following table shows the official re-
port of the number of men in the Regular
Army and of the volunteers furnished by
10y each State and Territory, with the losses
of each:
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wAsHNGToN. D. c. MARCH l., 1857.
ARTICLES FORTHCOMING.

MARCHING THOUGH ARKANSAS
The Fight al Storqr'S plantation. By Gen.
ABeft 2. Bracket, Coloael, Sd e. s. CGu.
TIE CITY or CHARLES70N-Hs AJan-
donmcnt ly the CoaJtdorates and lis 0ccrpa-
lion Jy the Federal Forces. by James r.
HaraaHd l27h A. j., New York city.
PAPA'S JACKEE--A Charming Story. By
E.1. D,dqk Brooklyn, ~ y
HAWEyS SHOP-A Spirited Sketch Of The
Cdral,y Engagement al that place. By
Opt ~ D. Preston, 1Oh ~ 7. CaU., Pitts
burg, Pa.
SAILOR'S CREEK.-0ne Of the Final Car
ally Charges Of The War. by Hugo Naaertt,
Co. C. l0h ~ ]. Car, Cincinnati, o.
RhWKINSS ZOUATES.-TAe First Bayo-
net Charge. ByJ. H. y. Whancy, Sergeant,
Co. B, 9h NJ j., Ncc York City.
THE TIcKSBURG CAMPATGE.-Second
Pqpc. By Mqj. Frank S,oigort, LOgans-
port, IHd
TIE BATTLE or PODUEKSBURG.-A
CIorcr Satire. By "Oa Bono" Detroit
Mich
SATURDAY At CHTCKAMA UGA.-By s.
A. Mcneil, Sergeant, Co. r, 3lst Ohio, Rich
sUoOd o.
SSOU7BERE L0YALLSTS."-A Reply ID
COL IT, w. JacksoR's Recent article. BJ
Efqj. James c. Foster, 59h u s. c. Il.
Highly, o.
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The New York San of March If makes this
statement i'll its editorial columns:

statement in its editorial columns:
The rapidty Of Mr. Cieveland's progress in polit-
zeal education has almost equaled the quiekness of
his rise in public life.
After he had vetoed the Dependent Pension Bill
Congress was ready to pass 1t the veto. but
MIR. Cleveland sent for great number of Congress
men aud gave them to understand in the most
emphatic manner possible that he didn't wish it
passed. and that lie would find out who were his
friends and who were not by the vote on his veto.
The Presidential desk is said to have groaned under
the passionate blows of the Presidential hand for
the purpose of emphasizing the owners desire to
prevent the veto from being overridden.
The success of these efforts sufiicient>to win
votes enough for Mr.. Cleveland's purpose.
But there is n great difference between this method
Of treating refractory Congressman and the policy
of serene separation from Congressional action with
which Mr.. Cleveland first thought to distinguish
his administration from those of his predecessors.
However. this change will be regarded by many as
an Improvements
The National tribune., 1887-03-17
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All persons wishing TO engage in the canvass
of this thrilling book will find it to their ad-
vantage to address THE NATIONAL TRIBUNE
for terms. etc. II Is one of the best-selling
books OF the times and those already engaged
in it. sale are highly gratiiied at the handsome
returns made We also send the book as a
premium for eight new subscribers, or for 81
in conjunction with years subscription to
The National tribune., 1887-03-17

TIE New York EUcniag Post sent 10 the
newspapers Of the country, 10 the CORE
spondents at Washington, and we presume
also TO the President great printed sheet
Of letters il claimed to have received from
soldiers who gcre opposed 10 the Depend
ent Pension Bin. Not one Of them was signed
By a soldiers name, or 0aS company or regi-
met giUen. They were all signed Veteran,
White Star" "Appomattox," or some such
fictitious name.
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PETER G.. IAMKIvs. ESQ.

IEfER -. iAhhlNes Esq.
My DEAR SIR In answer to your esteemed
favor OF the lSh inst will say that introduced the
first bill ever introduced in Congress to equalizo
the bounties. Many Members and Senators have
since introduced copies of the same bill I have
the same bill pending in the House. and shall
continue to urge its passage. first introduced the
bill 4 think, in 1853.
A To the limitation on pension arrearages. / op-
posed il and defeated 10 in the original bill in the
House in 1893. 10 was restored in the Senate.
have opposed the limitation ever since.
regret thatmy record on the questions of bounty
and pensions could DC the subject any uncertainty
Yours, truly, VIM. ;. HOLMAN
nc will be remembered that Mr.. Holman
voted for the Dependent Bill, and also for pass
ing it over the veto. 1t should also be remem-
bered to his credit that be did this while rep
resenting district which borders on Ken
lucky, and contains unusually large pro-
portion of SOutherners and sympathIzers with
the rebelliOn.-EDIrOR NATIONAL TRIBUNE
The National tribune., 1887-03-17

THERE is a good old proyerb about sauce
for the goose being equally good dressing FOR
the gander We are reminded of this by
Interpretation in Kingston, n. Y, Of the will
Of woman who gives her property TO her
husband on the condition that he remains
unmarried. The other sort Of thing has
been 80 common that il is refreshing TO see
the women take an occasional inning.
The National tribune., 1887-03-17

many one-legged and One-armed soldiers, and
others who deserved especial consideration.
The Veterans Rights Union will I'M
doubtedly investigate the matter, and until
then we forbear further comment
The National tribune., 1887-03-17

TIE Boston Herald started out with
screeches that the Grand Army was opposed
10 the Dependent Pension Bill. When il
was forced from this position by the over
whelming array Of Posts in favor Of the bill,
it hunts cover under the assertion that the
GAR. only represents small portion OF
the old soldiers.
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HON. w. S. HOLMAN.
lie Places Himself Squarely on the Side OF Justie
10 the soldier.

Ht IIatts UINistII NIuIftIf on IU 0IIt OF UuoIIt3
10 the soldier.
The following interesting correspondence ex-
plains itself:
PATRIOT IND, Oct. 49, 1886
Hon. w. =. HOLMAN, Aurora. Ind
DEAR SIR: i write you at the instance and Fs-
quest of comrades relative to the equalization OF
bountes and the repeal of the limitation to the
arrearage act, and respectfully ask, W hat viii be
your attitude toward those measures of relief in
the event of your reelection? and request your
early reply
As for myself, will say that have been lifelong
Democrat; have voted for you on all occasions. but
in the future 1 will not vote for any man, be his
politics what il may. who refuses negleets to vote
for or advocate measures of relief, where those
measures are 50 mauifestly just and right rs those
above named. have the honor TO be, very respect-
fully, PETER O. LAASI2's.
The National tribune., 1887-03-17

AUSTRALIAN KELLY, formerly Dotori-
Gus prize-fghter, has been elected Justice Of
the Peace in New Jersey. Lawyers who are
likely TO commit contimpt av court" had
better provide themselves with an accident
insurance policy.
The National tribune., 1887-03-17

The Winchester Club, Of Toledo, o., is
making pre- parations for its annual celebra-
ton Of the battle of Winchester, as viii be
seen by the call in another column This
is always an unusually pleasant affair,
greatly enjoyed by the members of the
Shields Division who are present.
The National tribune., 1887-03-17

To Bragg Warner, Ct al, each week that
goes by without their "getting anything"
seems an eternity. But think how weary
is the waiting in the poOrhouses Of the
broken-down veterans for the relief that is
deferred from year to year.
The National tribune., 1887-03-17

We have a carefully-preparcd table Of pen.
sion rates compiled from official sources, which
shows the exact ratings for every grade of dis.
ability. III is printed on heavy paper, and will
be sent 10 any address on receipt Of 10 cents.
The National tribune., 1887-03-17

THE Poundmaster Of New York drowned
1900 superGuous and vicious dogs last
year. What a pity that at least that many
still more supernuous and vicious men Of
the city cannot be turned over TO the Pound
master for similar summary treatment
The National tribune., 1887-03-17

PRIVATE DALzELL's letter in another
column is the straight-from-the-sh
talk of true soldier.
The National tribune., 1887-03-17

STILL Bragg, Warner Ct al, have not re-
ceiyed their reward. When one thinks how
hungry they are, this delay is refined cruelty.
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WORK or TIE COMMITTEE on IN
VALID PENSIONS.

The House Committee on Invalid Pensions
of the 18th Congress performed an amount
of work quite unusual in the history of Con-
gressional Committees, and for this deserves
the thanks of veterans and their friends.
The records show that il was one of the
Understanding committees of either House
1t prepared and secured the passage through
the House Of the general laws for the in
crease Of pensions of widows and dependent
parents and for the increase of pensions for
manned soldiers. It's work upon the De-
pendent Pension Bill is well known to all
The following tabulated statement of its
business will be interesting:
Number Of bills III. r. referred TO Commit
%.
Number Of bills (Senate) referred 10 Commit
tee'..''-'''..'' 3i5
Number of petitions referred TO Committee.ls3 s
Number Of reports made by Committee .........I so
Number of private pension acts................. SIS
! Number Of reports made 10y members Of Com
mittee-
=.
Miuans T. ID 90
Lowering, III. ia
Neece, W. h--'.-.' "a
Swope, j. 49,. .................. 2O2
Taulbce, W .......-.. ....... I23
I,dcoclz, J. N ,... ...... . GO
| I1llsbury. w W.. ....... 6s
l'indar J. s.... CT
Morrill,, T. $50
Haynes, NJ 2OI
olima, }. 100
sawyer. j. 1. 90
Congcr, L. l5i
Loutlt, j. A.. ia
A
Total $50
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4
The curtains were pulled down, the
big kerosene-lamp lighted, and Miss
Smith, at the head of the dining-room
table, was pouring out the tea, on the
evening when the arrival of j. II. A,
was expected.
al s'pose the stage'll be late; il
always is when there's any thing of inn
portance on hand,n observed Miss
Smith, glancing disconsolately at the
pale-faced clock, whose hands pointed
to the hour Of seven.
dear me, / hope noti'' said Mrs.
Mason; ''for, to tell the truth, ever
siifi5s since ii;;;s;;. iisi;;;=;s. S.s.;;;;s;te a nd @ @a Tx! the
terious sachel l have been fairly de-
voured with curiosity to know its con-
tents"
"Of course, Miss Smith. you've got
the article safely under lock and key,''
Mr.. Mason remarked, helping himself
to biscuit as he spoke.
"Locked up in the secretary drawer,
and the keys in my pocket" returned
Miss Smith. Had the old-fashioned
secretary been burglar-proof safe,
with combination lock, she could hardly
have spoken with more confidence.
"Anybody might slip in the front
door and pick the lock, thought slyly
suggested Mr. Mason, who dearly loved
TO tease Miss Smith.
"The front doors locked and bolted,
directly it's sundown, answered Miss
Smith, scornfully; "and as the settin'-
room winders all button down to the
top, guess there's no great danger"
'.But our room opens directly into
the sitting-room, and, you know, we
always keep our windows pushed up,n
persisted Mr.. Mason, winking at his
wife.
Don't mind him, Miss Smith," said
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with sin,nla aarnaetnass. ara o;,.o a,,,,
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